Ruddick was suspended Sept. 23 before Missouri State fell 35-0 to Kansas State in a game that was called at halftime because of dangerous weather.

The following Monday, Ruddick was issued the animal cruelty ticket and another accusing him of allowing a dog he was caring for to run at large. The incident report said the dog needed surgery for a broken jaw.

Ruddick’s attorney said in a statement that the quarterback was cooperating with authorities.